A food scientist explains which foods will give you the best value protein for every $1 you spend – at a fraction of what you’d spend on ‘high protein’ bars.
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For most of us, there is no benefit in consuming protein above the recommended level.
Protein is in the spotlight, but social media claims and bold food labels don’t tell the whole story. How much do you really need? Can you overdo it? And what’s the best source of protein?
Everyone’s putting protein in everything. But is more always better? Let’s weigh it up (and put the whey down).
Not getting enough fibre can lead to constipation, haemorrhoids and boost your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and bowel cancer.
Proteins and micronutrients are key to reducing the risks of exercising later in life.
Which one contains the most fat, skim milk or light milk? How about protein or calcium? A nutrition researcher explains.
Insects are packed with high-quality protein, as well as good fats, vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc.
How can the benefits and risks of wild meat consumption be balanced to protect human health, wildlife and the environment?
Has TikTok got you worried you’re not eating enough protein to keep you healthy? Here’s how much you really need, and what that looks like throughout a day.
Most of us already get enough protein in our diet.
There’s no firm evidence eating eggs causes constipation. In fact, eggs may have the opposite effect. Here’s what’s really going on in your gut.
You might have a vague idea that wholemeal or wholegrain bread is healthy. But is one better for you than the other?
You might have heard that eating too many eggs will cause high cholesterol levels, leading to poor health. But what does the latest science say?
An exercise science specialist defines this nutrition term you might hear tossed around by people who are focused on a particular diet.
For healthy aging, it’s crucial to distinguish between lifespan and healthspan: the amount of time for which a person is healthy within their lifespan. Maintaining muscle is key to a longer healthspan.
Gelato is the Italian word for any type of ice cream. But in Australia, gelato refers to the frozen dessert of Italian origin. No wonder it’s confusing.
Whether your holiday table has turkey or Tofurky this year, you’re consuming a combination of proteins, fats and water.
Plant-based protein sources can be as effective as animal-based protein sources to build muscle in older adults.
If you’re cutting down on meat, processed plant-based meat alternatives aren’t the only options.
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Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Adelaide University
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Honorary Associate Professor, University of Leicester
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Doctoral Student in Biochemistry, University of Washington
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Assistant Professor in Nutrition and Healthy Aging, University of British Columbia
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Senior Lecturer, Nutrition, Swinburne University of Technology
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Clinical Trials Director, Department of Endocrinology, RPA Hospital, University of Sydney
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Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
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Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Richmond
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Senior Lecturer in Sport, Health & Exercise Science, University of Stirling
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Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology Across the Lifespan, Deakin University
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Research Associate in Plant Biology, University of Cambridge
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Principal Lecturer in Sports Nutrition and Strength and Conditioning, Sheffield Hallam University
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Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland
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Professor of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences, Durham University